2014 Summer Camp Registration is now open! This is a COOL way to beat the heat:) There are more choices this year too. You can even order lunch on Tuesdays and Fridays!
Camp is even MORE fun when shared with friends so spread the word.
Camp Weeks..... July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25, July 28-Aug 1.
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2014 Weekly Themes & Dates
Chemical Creations ~ Mixing Art & Science to investigate properties of matter and chemical changes. Junior scientists will measure, mix and mash mysterious mixtures to create artistic masterpieces. Dress for mess!
Animal Planet ~ From deserts to oceans, forests to swamps, junior zoologists will meet strange yet amazing animals from around the world. Explore this circle of life by investigating tracks, scat, and habitats.
Flight Academy “Up, Up, and Away!” ~ Investigate the science of aerodynamics: birds, kites, balloons, planes, and rockets! Campers will build and launch various flying machines by applying Newton’s Laws of motion.
Wired! ~ Building Electric Circuits, Motors, and Mini-Bots. See how things work by taking apart common household items. Power up using solar energy too.
Crazy Contraptions ~ Engineers will design various structures from bridges to roller coasters and work together to build a Rube Goldberg machine that uses multiple steps to solve a problem. This crazy obstacle course teaches the FUNdamental forces that affect motion.
Bugs and Creepy Crawlies! ~ Get a close-up view of the hidden world of insects. Learn about their anatomy, life cycles, and habitats. How are they helpful and harmful? Campers will take several walking field trips to observe and collect specimens.
Fit Bit ~ Get the scoop on how our body systems work and learn the importance of healthy habits. Build models of body systems and see how joints, muscles & bones work together. This session will also include beginner dissecting labs such as a pig’s heart.
Space Explorers ~ “To Infinity and Beyond!” Explore our solar system in the StarLab, a portable planetarium. The Sun, planets, moons, and stars are all waiting to be discovered. Experiment with light and color. Defy gravity with rockets, catapults, and other forms of travel.
*Many sessions will include guest speakers from our community.
Contact us if you know of someone who may be interested in sharing at camp.
Community Service Hours
Earn community service hours this summer as a Camp Counselor. Responsibilities include having FUN, participating in the science activities, and monitoring children's safety. Choose your own hours. Interested teens should email mathsciencecamp@yahoo.com .
Recycled Items Needed for Camp
YOU can help! The following recycled items are needed for camp:
- plastic dishwashing bottles with pull caps
- plastic Gerber baby food containers
- Pringles can with lid
- old crayons
- old broken candles
- pvc piping
- bubblewrap
- eco - packing peanuts
- electronic items to take apart
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